Bullying isn’t just a childhood problem. In”Mental Breakthroughs,” host Patricia Wu and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss why people bully, the impacts of bullying, and offers strategies for empowering both kids and adults to stand up to this harmful behavior.
The Many Faces of Bullying
Bullying can be driven by modeling negative behavior, past trauma, or insecurity. It has significant negative impacts on victims, causing lowered self-esteem, anxiety, and withdrawal.
What to Do If Your Child is Bullied
Encourage them to speak up and seek help. Schools and workplaces must have training programs to identify and address bullying behavior.
Addressing Adult Bullying
Adults, especially those in power-imbalanced situations, may become victims of bullying. It’s crucial to have clear anti-bullying policies in workplaces with no tolerance for retaliation.
